Bollywood Actors Who Have or Will Soon Be Donning the Directors Hat
By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: April 6, 2025 22:30 IST2025-04-06T22:30:00+5:302025-04-06T22:30:00+5:30
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Aamir Khan made his directorial debut with Taare Zameen Par in 2007, a heartfelt drama centered on dyslexia. Starring Darsheel Safary, with Khan playing a supporting role, the film garnered critical and commercial acclaim. It also won the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare, solidifying Aamir's prowess as a filmmaker.
Hrithik Roshan is set to step into the director’s chair with Krrish 4, the highly anticipated next installment in his successful superhero franchise. Fans eagerly await his vision for the film, marking his entry into filmmaking.
Ajay Devgn has successfully directed three high-budget films. His directorial journey began with Shivaay (2016), an action-packed thriller. He followed it with Runway 34 (2022), inspired by real-life events, and Bholaa (2023), a remake of the Tamil hit Kaithi. His directorial ventures showcase his penchant for intense storytelling and grand visuals.
Randeep Hooda made his directorial debut with Swatantrya Veer Savarkar (2024), a biographical drama about Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Apart from directing, Hooda also played the titular role and produced the film. His commitment to the project was so intense that he underwent significant weight loss and suffered a severe leg injury while preparing for the role.
Popular actor Kunal Khemu made his directorial debut with the comedy caper Madgaon Express, featuring an ensemble cast including Pratik Gandhi, Avinash Tiwary, and Divyendu Sharma. Known for his impeccable comic timing, Kunal ventured into direction with a fun and lighthearted film that promises laughter and entertainment. His transition from actor to director adds another dimension to his already impressive career in the industry.
Sunny Deol first directed Dillagi (1999), a romantic drama featuring his brother Bobby Deol and Urmila Matondkar. He returned to direction with Ghayal Once Again (2016), an action drama and sequel to Ghayal (1990). His latest directorial venture, Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas (2019), was a romantic drama that launched his son, Karan Deol, into Bollywood.
India’s biggest global comedian and actor Vir Das is set to make his directorial debut with the upcoming film, Happy Patel. It has been reported that his co-actor from the film Delhi Belly Imran Khan will be leading the project.
